QR Reader Ξ vs QR Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
QR Reader Ξ
Easily scan various types of codes, including QR codes and barcodes, with this efficient utility. It also allows you to generate your own QR codes and provides a widget for quick access.
- Scan QR Codes
- Scan Barcodes
- Generate QR codes
- App widget for quick launch
- Supports over 12 barcode types
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QR Code is the app that let you scan different kind of codes like QR Code, barcode and more. This app support more than 12 types of barcodes. You can : - Scan QR Codes, Barcodes easily. - Generate your own qr codes. - Add app WIDGET to launch the reader in few seconds. "Simple, fast and efficient, this app is the all-in-one scanner"
QR Scanner
Instantly scan QR codes and barcodes to retrieve URLs, connect to Wi-Fi, and access product information. Share scanned content, save codes for later, and customize your scanning experience with various themes and settings.
- Scan QR codes and barcodes
- Retrieve URLs and Wi-Fi credentials
- Scan product codes (UPC, ISBN)
- Save scanned codes
- Share scanned content
- Customizable themes and settings
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Scan any QR code or barcode instantly — private, no account needed. QR Scanner turns your camera into the fastest way to open links, join Wi-Fi, save contacts and read product barcodes. Point, done — everything is processed on your device. SCAN ANYTHING • QR codes and all major barcode formats (EAN, UPC, Code 128 and more) • URLs, Wi-Fi networks, contacts (vCard), email, phone, SMS, events, locations • Scan from camera or from a photo in your library BUILT FOR REAL LIFE • Batch mode — keep scanning, no stops between codes • Auto-zoom and torch for far-away or dim codes • History with tags and filters — find any past scan in seconds • Decide what happens when you open a link: in-app or your browser SAFE BY DESIGN • Suspicious links are shown before they open — you choose • No account, no tracking: scans stay on your device • Works fully offline
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: QR Scanner at 4.7 against QR Reader Ξ's 4.5. On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
QR Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10 and 12 respectively.
QR Reader Ξ ships an update every 2 months, QR Scanner every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | QR Reader Ξ | QR Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (10 ratings) | 4.7 (12 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 10 | 12 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 45 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | NEXTEPIO SAS | Tuan Nguyen Van |
Customer experience
QR Reader Ξ
QR Scanner
In-app purchases
QR Reader Ξ
No in-app purchases
QR Scanner
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is QR Reader Ξ free?
Is QR Scanner free?
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